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Purple and Gold Sphere Perfume Bottle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Purple and Gold Sphere Perfume Bottle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Purple and Gold Sphere Perfume Bottle

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.691668.1.a-b
Manufacturer
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium glass, paint, metal (gold)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 1/8 in x Diam 2 in (15.6 cm x 5.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionGlass perfume bottle (.a) with a purple sphere to hold the perfume. The sphere has white and gold flower and leaf designs throughout. Below the sphere are two platforms with vertically pinched edges around their circumference. There is gold detailing throughout the bottle. Resting in the bottle is a glass spire-shaped applicator (.b) with gold detailing at the top and middle.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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